La Liga heavyweights Barcelona are reportedly mulling over signing 26-year-old French international Randal Kolo Muani from Ligue 1 club Paris Saint-Germain next month.
According to a report by Spanish outlet Fichajes, Randal Kolo Muani is the subject of interest from Barcelona. The Catalan giants are scouring the market for a versatile attacker heading into the January transfer window. However, Paris Saint-Germain will likely demand a hefty fee to part ways with the French international next month.
Randal Kolo Muani and his struggles at PSG
Randal Kolo Muani was among the most highly sought-after attackers in the world after his debut season with Eintracht Frankfurt. However, the Frenchman’s career has gone pear-shaped in the last 15 months, with his move to Paris Saint-Germain not working out.
The 26-year-old has been an expensive flop for PSG, and his game time has dwindled with every passing month. Kolo Muani has managed only 453 minutes of action across 14 appearances in all competitions while chipping in with two goals and one assist. However, the player’s stock in the market remains high.
Recent reports have linked the French international with several Premier League bigwigs, including Arsenal and Manchester City. However, an adventure in La Liga might be on the cards for the 2022 FIFA World Cup finalist, with Barcelona vying for his signature heading into the January transfer window.
La Liga move on the horizon?
Barcelona’s interest in Randal Kolo Muani is somewhat surprising. The Catalan giants have been one of the most productive teams in the world this season, with Robert Lewandowski, Raphinha, and Lamine Yamal thriving alongside each other. In addition, Ferran Torres has stepped up in his limited opportunities for Barcelona this term.
So, unless a player picks up a long-term injury, the Catalan giants do not need to invest in an offensive player in the January transfer window, keeping their financial issues in mind. However, Kolo Muani would be a solid target for next summer, although Barcelona must raise significant funds to secure the Frenchman’s services.
The report has suggested that PSG will demand a hefty transfer fee to part ways with the French international. While the Ligue 1 champions are ready to sanction a loan deal for the 2022 FIFA World Cup winner next month, that will unlikely happen in the 2025 summer transfer window.